Avoidance of Smoking
Not only does smoking increase the risk of health problems for mom and baby while baby is developing, but it also makes it harder for mom to conceive. Some of…
Not only does smoking increase the risk of health problems for mom and baby while baby is developing, but it also makes it harder for mom to conceive. Some of…
According to the American Association for Respiratory Care, health issues can be seen in children whose mothers smoked during pregnancy. Negative effects include speech processing, irritability, and varied attention levels.…
When children think of October they think of Halloween, candy, fun costumes and trick-or-treating! But for parents, the thought of Halloween is a little different. Parents are always thinking about…
October begins Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month and it is a season we commemorate each year as so many local families experience the pain of losing a pregnancy or…
There will be times when a childcare center, nanny, or family caretaker is no longer a great fit for your child or children. Deciding to change the type of care…
Before hiring a nanny, make a list of interview questions tailored to the type of care you are looking to receive for your child. Once you start your interview process,…
After you’ve chosen a childcare center, now is the time to evaluate the quality. You can do this by asking for a tour of the center, speaking with other parents…
Choosing quality childcare is one of the most important things you will do as a parent. We know that there can be great hesitation and a few drawbacks to putting…
Postpartum depression is one of the prevalent disorders among new mothers. The effectiveness of mindfulness on reducing postpartum depression symptoms has been proven when used instead of conventional options. For…
A baby’s birth challenges you in many ways: hormonally, physically, emotionally, psychologically, and chemically. You’re likely to feel exhausted, excited, frustrated, worried, and happy — all at the same time.…